The option to purchase via invoice within the Amazon Business marketplace provides a credit-based payment method, allowing organizations to acquire goods and services and remit payment at a later date, typically within a stipulated timeframe. For example, a company might order office supplies and receive an invoice due in 30 days, enabling a delay in expenditure until budget cycles align or cash flow permits.
This facility offers several advantages, including enhanced cash flow management, streamlined accounting processes through consolidated billing, and improved budget control by allowing for a post-purchase allocation of funds. Historically, this method has been a common practice in business-to-business (B2B) transactions, fostering trust and efficiency in commercial relationships.